Join the Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Older Persons Mental Health Services (OPMHS), based in North West Tasmania. This permanent, full‑time position provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the recovery journeys of older people, working closely with patients, families, and a team-oriented multidisciplinary team.

Role

This Clinical Nurse Specialist works closely with the public and private sectors to deliver excellence in healthcare, achieving improved outcomes for consumers, the workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

Responsibilities

- Serve as a clinical expert and resource for nursing, medical and allied health staff in the management of consumers with complex mental health needs.
- Initiate, develop, implement and evaluate clinical policy, care guidelines, quality improvement and research activities in accordance with contemporary best practice.
- Provide case management to a designated number of consumers, including those living with dementia.
- Facilitate carer education and support.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals, community organisations, and families to deliver comprehensive care.

Qualifications

- Experience in mental health, with direct clinical nursing experience in mental health settings.
- Understanding or ability to develop understanding of relevant statutory, departmental procedures and policies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.




- Understanding of trauma‑informed care principles.

Eligibility

- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
- Current Driver’s Licence.
- Desirable: Extensive, relevant psychiatric nursing experience or credential as a Mental Health Nurse by the Australian and New Zealand College of Mental Health Nurses Inc. or equivalent.
- Desirable: Holds or is working towards relevant tertiary qualifications.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: $109,767 to $115,813 per annum (pro rata) with a 12% superannuation contribution on top of this amount. Salary packaging includes living expenses up to $9,010 and meal entertainment up to $2,650 per FBT year, with other benefits available if eligible.

Allowances: Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.

Travel and relocation assistance: up to $15,000 for overseas and $10,000 for interstate candidates.

Professional development and accelerated pathways; study leave and Professional Development Support; Fitness Passport access to fitness facilities across Tasmania; and support for employees with caring responsibilities under the Carer Recognition Act 2023.

Appointment Details

Permanent, full‑time day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Location

Burnie, North West Tasmania

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📌 Clinical Nurse Specialist (516327) (Melbourne)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 Melbourne